Double_D

Hi guys noob here to Lego, I've wanted the Porsche forever (slight exaggeration) but could never commit to buying it, now after an unexpected bonus I have extra funds burning a hole in my pocket... While looking at groups on Facebook there was talk of the copyright clones. Wouldn't touch any fake brand with a bargepole but curiosity made me look at them. Seeing the white version made me want to do similar with the genuine pieces. How well does Lego take to paint? I'm a panel beater so painting is nothing new but I haven't painted Lego pieces before. I know certain solvent paints will react with certain plastics and i don't want to end up with a plastic mess. Having a quick look through old posts acrylic seems the best but what about preparation? Sanding would be the first to do but what about primers? In work I'd use a standard plastic primer but again I'm not sure with Lego. Any help or advice would be great. I think this is the best place to ask but if not please move it.